SONIC WINGS REUNION

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SONIC WINGS REUNION is a single player and multiplayer arcade shooter game. It was developed by SUCCESS Corp. and was released on May 28, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Sonic Wings Reunion is a sequel to the arcade-style shooter SONIC WINGS. The previous version was sold in 1998. Choose from 8 characters and destroy the mysterious organization “Fatamornagana” that has progressed into the modern world. The scenario changes depending on the combination of characters. The first new Sonic Wings (Aero Fighters) game in 26 years, with original staff members from the …

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The gameplay is enjoyable and retains the essence of the original Aero Fighters games, making it accessible for both veterans and newcomers.
The character combinations and their unique conversations add replayability and humor to the game.
The game features decent quality of life improvements for shmup enthusiasts, such as leaderboards and multiple difficulty levels.

The price point is considered excessively high for the quality and content offered, especially when compared to other shmups available at lower prices.
Graphics are subpar and reminiscent of older systems, which detracts from the overall experience, especially for a modern release.
The music is generic and lacks variety, failing to capture the memorable soundtracks of previous installments in the series.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are subpar and reminiscent of older systems like the Dreamcast, leading to a lack of visual impact compared to previous installments. While some appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic, others criticize the blurry and generic visuals, especially given the game's high price point. Overall, the graphics are seen as the weakest aspect, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “Very cool graphics and sounds.”
- “Probably because of the combination of 2D and 3D graphics.”
- “The gameplay is excellent, fun systems and powers, pitch perfect music, and Naomi/Dreamcast era graphics that just simply work in every way possible.”
- “The gameplay itself is pretty decent, but the price is pretty steep. When you charge people 80 bucks for a shmup game, people expect something 'wow' from the game that makes you think it's worth the price. Unfortunately, I didn't quite get that; the graphics and 3D models are very low quality for such a price.”
- “The weakest part of the game is easily the graphics; they're blurry and kind of meek.”
- “It controls okay, nothing wrong there, and I had no glitches, slowdowns, or bugs, but the graphics are subpar. The game is lackluster with poor stage designs, bosses, and enemy placement, and scoring is uninteresting. It all comes off as very sterile and a massive step down from the previous installments.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the nostalgic rearrangements of classic Aero Fighter tracks and find the overall sound enjoyable, others criticize the limited number of tracks and describe the music as generic and forgettable compared to previous entries in the series. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong point for some, but a disappointment for others due to its lack of variety.
- “The strongest part is the music; I really enjoyed it.”
- “The gameplay is excellent, with fun systems and powers, pitch-perfect music, and Naomi/Dreamcast era graphics that just simply work in every way possible.”
- “The soundtrack contains a selection of rearranged old Aero Fighter songs (mostly from AF2 and AF3).”
- “I don't know if the music in arrange mode has more tracks, but the normal music track variation was disappointingly low.”
- “What I will not give a pass on is the music; it's generic and not memorable at all, while the other games in the series had good and catchy music.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally considered decent, with some reviewers noting its simplicity and accessibility for newcomers to the shmup genre. However, there are criticisms regarding the game's value for its price, particularly due to low-quality graphics and a lack of standout features. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable and reminiscent of classic titles, it may not meet the high expectations set by its cost.
- “The gameplay is excellent, with fun systems and powers, pitch-perfect music, and Naomi/Dreamcast era graphics that just simply work in every way possible.”
- “It would also be a decent entry-level shmup with its more simplistic gameplay and shot patterns (this is not a bullet hell for sure).”
- “Gameplay as good as the originals.”
- “The gameplay itself is pretty decent, but the price is pretty steep. When you charge people 80 bucks for a shmup game, they expect something 'wow' that makes them think it's worth the price. Unfortunately, I didn't quite get that; the graphics and 3D models are very low quality for such a price.”
- “Hien, River, and Mao Mao are among the most ridiculous characters in terms of gameplay.”
- “It would also be a decent entry-level shmup with its more simplistic gameplay and shot patterns; this is not a bullet hell for sure.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted for its variety, with each character combination offering unique and amusing conversations that players find entertaining. However, some users also mention that the humor is overshadowed by the game's overall value compared to other titles, and inconsistent animations add to the comedic effect.
- “Each combination of characters has its own different conversations and they are kind of funny.”
- “Inconsistent animations too, as much as I found them to be funny.”
- “They're really funny.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, allowing players to invest countless hours in perfecting their skills, a common trait among shmups. However, some users question the value of this replayability given the game's $60 price tag.
- “There's plenty of replayability, and you could probably sink endless hours into the game trying to perfect it. That's true for most shmups, but most shmups aren't $60.”
- “The game offers a variety of modes and challenges that keep you coming back for more, ensuring that each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple paths and unlockable content, every run feels unique, making it hard to put the controller down.”
- “There's plenty of replayability, and you could probably sink endless hours into the game trying to perfect it, but that's true for most shmups, and most shmups aren't $60.”
- “After completing the game, I found little incentive to play through it again. The lack of meaningful choices and variety made it feel repetitive.”
- “While the game offers multiple endings, the journey to reach them feels tedious and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game demonstrates solid stability with no reported glitches, slowdowns, or bugs. However, players feel that the overall experience is diminished by subpar graphics and uninspired design elements, making it a disappointing follow-up to previous installments.
- “It controls okay, nothing wrong there, and I had no glitches, slowdowns, or bugs, but the graphics are subpar. The game is lackluster with poor stage designs, bosses, and enemy placement, and scoring is uninteresting. It all comes off as very sterile and a massive step down from the previous installments.”